Falling Ice Prompts Closure Of Mackinac Bridge
MACKINAW CITY, Mich. (AP) - Falling ice from cables and towers has prompted the closure of the Mackinac Bridge that links Michigan's Upper and Lower peninsulas.
The 5-mile-long bridge was closed to all traffic just before noon Friday afternoon after sunny conditions melted the ice and made conditions dangerous for drivers.
The #MackinacBridge has just closed due to falling ice. Be prepared to stop while approaching the bridge. Check https://t.co/3E1aJQcgnS for details of the closure and updates. No ETA on reopening; dependent on weather. pic.twitter.com/06VPSJCAuD
— MDOT - Traverse Area (@MDOT_Traverse) January 26, 2018
The Mackinac Bridge Authority said Friday evening that there's no estimated time for the span's reopening.
The bridge authority is monitoring conditions at the bridge and posting updates on its website. Bridge personnel are stationed at both ends of the structure to provide instructions to motorists.
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